José Fermín
Breakdown
Performance
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July 11, 2026
On bench Saturday
Fermin isn't in the lineup for Saturday's game against Atlanta.
Analysis
Fermin will grab a seat on the bench to begin Saturday's contest after going 0-for-3 with two strikeouts during Friday's series opener. Blaze Jordan will get the nod at third base and bat eighth.
July 9, 2026
Settling in to regular role
Fermin will start at third base and bat eighth in Thursday's game against the Brewers.
Analysis
It's the eighth consecutive start for Fermin, who is 8-for-26 with one home run and three doubles over that stretch. The start is also Fermin's fourth straight at third base versus a right-hander, as he seems to have inched past Blaze Jordan as the Cardinals' preferred option at the hot corner.
July 9, 2026
Homer in win
Fermin went 1-for-3 with a solo home run in Wednesday's 5-1 win versus the Brewers.
Analysis
Fermin smashed a homer off Kyle Harrison in the fourth inning to give St. Louis the 3-0 lead. After a strong June during which he hit .321 with six RBIs and three stolen bases in 18 contests, the super-utility man has started the last seven games. However, it's worth noting that the Cardinals faced a left-handed starting pitcher in five of those contests, so Fermin should still be viewed as a short-side platoon player for now.
